#422 - Scott Donnell - Building Strong Families in a Modern World

Scott Donnell joins Something For Everybody this week. Over the last 15 years, Scott has helped serve over 10 million families through his businesses, non-profits, and personal relationships. In this conversation, Scott shares profound insights on fatherhood, family values, and the importance of proactive parenting. He emphasizes the transformative power of being a father, the significance of clear communication, and the necessity of instilling core values in children. Scott discusses the challenges families face in today's world, including the impact of instant gratification and the need for delayed gratification skills. He also highlights the importance of storytelling, marriage as a partnership, and the legacy parents leave for their children. - See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF 👉 https://shopforeverybody.com/ - Timestamps: 00:00 Finding Peace and Priorities 02:50 The Transformative Power of Fatherhood 06:05 Lessons from Loss and Responsibility 08:56 The Importance of Clear Communication 11:55 Training vs. Discipline in Parenting 15:02 Strategies for Family Success 17:58 The Impact of Instant Gratification 21:07 Balancing Rewards and Responsibilities 24:09 Core Values and Family Identity 40:21 Resilience Through Family Values 44:34 The Power of Storytelling in Families 49:14 The Attack on Family and Fatherhood 56:04 Building Strong Marriages and Relationships 01:01:44 The Importance of Friendship in Marriage 01:07:42 Heritage Over Inheritance - Extra Stuff: Get my free guide of 4 things to quit to transform your life here: https://aaronmachbitz.com/quit/ - Join our exclusive community: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz - Important Link’s: Free Training Case Study - (Recorded on September 3rd, 2025) Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_) - Episodes You Might Enjoy: #413 - The Art of Building Trust and Mastering Communication from a Spy Recruiter https://everybodyspod.com/dreeke/ #418 - How to Be Happy: Jesus’ Surprising Path to Genuine Joy - Pastor Mike & Dr. Jeffrey https://everybodyspod.com/realhappy/ - Get in touch: iG: https://www.instagram.com/AaronMachbitz X: https://x.com/AaronMachbitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMachbitz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronMachbitz Email: https://www.aaronmachbitz.com/contact/